Muctarr Turay
Serial Entrepreneur and Advocate for Renewable Energy Solutions
Muctarr Turay
President, Renewable Energy Association Sierra Leone (REASL) | Founder/CEO Jisnor4U | Co-Founder/ Director, SiNergy SL | Founder, Safarcom General Services | Director, Business Development, Tiwai Memory Masters | Founder/Director, Faris International Services
Muctarr Turay is the President of the Renewable Energy Association of Sierra Leone (REASL) and a prominent serial entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio of successful ventures. He is the Founder/CEO of Jisnor4U, Co-Founder/Director of SiNergy SL, Founder of Safarcom General Services, Director of Business Development at Tiwai Memory Masters, and Founder/Director of Faris International Services. His entrepreneurial efforts span multiple industries, including renewable energy, IT consultancy, logistics, and international services.
Since returning to Sierra Leone from London in 2001, Muctarr has been at the forefront of initiatives to promote renewable energy access, drive economic growth, and enhance energy sustainability in the region. As President of REASL, he plays a critical role in advocating for clean energy adoption and collaborating with stakeholders to address energy challenges across Sierra Leone.
Muctarr’s entrepreneurial journey reflects his resilience and innovative approach to tackling complex business environments. He is known for his belief in the transformative power of sustainable energy and its potential to empower communities, foster economic development, and address global environmental challenges.
At the SLinT Tech Expo 2025, Muctarr Turay will join the panel session “Renewable Energy in Africa – Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities,” where he will share his insights on the evolving landscape of renewable energy, the challenges facing the sector and the opportunities to drive impactful change across Africa.
Website
https://jisnor4u.com/en/
https://reasl.com/
https://sinergysl.com/
https://tiwaimemorymasters.com/
Renewable Energy in Africa - Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
Description
This session delves into the evolving landscape of renewable energy in Africa, highlighting the significant trends that are shaping the sector. As Africa strives for sustainable development, renewable energy stands as a critical component in achieving energy security and environmental sustainability. The discussion will cover the technological advancements, policy dynamics, and investment opportunities that are driving the renewable energy boom across the continent.
Objective
Examine Key Trends: Explore current and emerging trends in renewable energy within Africa, such as the rapid growth of solar power installations, the expansion of wind energy projects, and the innovative use of bioenergy resources.
Identify Challenges: Address the barriers to renewable energy adoption, including financial constraints, infrastructural deficits, and regulatory uncertainties that hinder large-scale implementation.
Highlight Opportunities: Outline the opportunities that renewable energy presents for economic diversification, job creation, and energy access, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
Showcase Benefits: Illustrate the environmental and economic benefits of transitioning to renewable energy, such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions, enhanced energy independence, and increased resilience against energy price volatility.
Expected Outcome
Provide participants with insights into how they can engage with and benefit from the renewable energy sector, including guidance on entering the market, influencing policy, and promoting sustainable practices within their communities.